What should I do if I have headaches and dizziness during menstruation?

When women have their period, their bodies will feel very uncomfortable, especially dysmenorrhea, which is quite common. Sometimes, in addition to dysmenorrhea, some women will feel dizzy and have headaches, which not only affects their normal work, but also causes a significant change in their work and rest schedule. They cannot fall asleep at night and cannot wake up during the day, which is simply torture. So the question is, what should I do if I feel dizzy and have a headache during menstruation?

1. Soothing the liver and nourishing blood: Chinese medicine treatment and acupoint massage

Under the guidance of a doctor, adjustments should be made according to individual physical conditions. Commonly used medicines for relieving menstrual headaches include bupleurum, chuanxiong, white peony root, licorice, angelica, and poria. In addition, you can also massage the temples on both sides and the Baihui point on the top of the head for 2-5 minutes every day before and during menstruation, or go to the hospital for acupuncture. This kind of massage and acupuncture can change the qi and blood circulation system, make the body full of qi and blood, and keep the meridians unobstructed, thereby effectively preventing and relieving menstrual headaches.

2. Eat light food during menstruation: avoid alcohol and caffeine stimulation

During menstruation, try to choose light food, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, and do not drink beverages containing alcohol and caffeine, such as wine, coffee, cola and tea, to prevent these beverages from causing vasodilation and inducing menstrual headaches.

3. Get enough sleep: prevent overwork

During menstruation, you should pay attention to rest and avoid excessive fatigue, which is very helpful in preventing menstrual headaches. If the headache is severe and accompanied by irritability and insomnia, you can take appropriate painkillers and then find a quiet place to rest for a while.

4. Keep a happy mood: Bad mood makes you more likely to have a headache

If the emotions are hurt during menstruation, the liver qi will be stagnant, qi will stagnate and blood will stagnate, blocking the brain meridians, and migraines may occur during menstruation. Therefore, during menstruation, you should learn to control your emotions and maintain a happy mood.